Clay Center resident Jeri L. Beale, 65, passed away Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, at Bryan Medical Center West Campus in Lincoln.

In honoring her wishes, no services will be conducted at this time.

Jeri L. Beale was born Jan. 31, 1961, in Red Cloud, to Rex and Doris (Thronson) Kennedy. Jeri received her education in Mankato, KS. On July 6, 1984, she was united in marriage to Timothy Beale in Mankato, KS. Jeri was employed with Walmart for 31 years. Jeri is survived by her husband, Tim, of Clay Center; daughter, Peggy, of Clay Center; son, Sam and wife, Samantha, of Fairfield; grandchildren, Khyla, Gracie, Mailynne, and Rex; brothers, Danny and Dennis; sister, Cheri; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Jeri was preceded in death by her parents, Rex and Doris Kennedy.